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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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