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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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