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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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