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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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