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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not 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 a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important 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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