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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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