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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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