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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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