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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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