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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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