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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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