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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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