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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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