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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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