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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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