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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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