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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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