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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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