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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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