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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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