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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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