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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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