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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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