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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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