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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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