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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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