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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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