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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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