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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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