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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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