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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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