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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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