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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these new open educational experiments. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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