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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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