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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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