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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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