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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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