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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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