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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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