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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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