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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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