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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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