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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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