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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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