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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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