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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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