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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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