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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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