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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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