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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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