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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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