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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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