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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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