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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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