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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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