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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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