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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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