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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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