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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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