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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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