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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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