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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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