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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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