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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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