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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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