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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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