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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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