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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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