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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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