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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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