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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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