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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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