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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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