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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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