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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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