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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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