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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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