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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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