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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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