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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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