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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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