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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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