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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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