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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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