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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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