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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education