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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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