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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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