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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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