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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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