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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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