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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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