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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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