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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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