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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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