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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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