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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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