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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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