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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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