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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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