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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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