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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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