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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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