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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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