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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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