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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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