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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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