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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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