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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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