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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. People want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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