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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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