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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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