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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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