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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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