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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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