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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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