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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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