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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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