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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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