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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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