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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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