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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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