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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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