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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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