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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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