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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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