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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology enable learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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