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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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