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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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