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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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