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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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