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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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