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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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