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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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