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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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