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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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