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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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