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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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