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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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