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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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