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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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