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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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