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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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