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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in digital education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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