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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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