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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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