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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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