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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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