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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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