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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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