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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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