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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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