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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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