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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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