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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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