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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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