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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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