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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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