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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology have empowered humans all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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