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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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