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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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