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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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