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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners 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 numerous subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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