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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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