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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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