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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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