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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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