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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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