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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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