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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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