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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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