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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better grasp these open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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