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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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