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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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