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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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