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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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