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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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