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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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