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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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