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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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