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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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