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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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