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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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