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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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