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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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