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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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