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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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