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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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