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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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