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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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