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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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