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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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