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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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