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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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