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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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