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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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