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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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