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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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