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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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