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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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