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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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