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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 massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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