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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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