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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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