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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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