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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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