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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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