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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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