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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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