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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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