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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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