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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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