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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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