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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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