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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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