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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education