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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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