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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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