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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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