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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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