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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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