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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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