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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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