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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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