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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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