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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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