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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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