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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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