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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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