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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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