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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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