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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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