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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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