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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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