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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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