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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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