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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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