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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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