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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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