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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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