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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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