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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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