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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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