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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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