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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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