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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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