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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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