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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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