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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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