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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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