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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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