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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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