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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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