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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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