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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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