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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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