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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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