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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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