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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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