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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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