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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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