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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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