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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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