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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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