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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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