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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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