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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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