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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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