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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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