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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp these open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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