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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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