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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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