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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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