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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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