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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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