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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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