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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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