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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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