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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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