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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online education have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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