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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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