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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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