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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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