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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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