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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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