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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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