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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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