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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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