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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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