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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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