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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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