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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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