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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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