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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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