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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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