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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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