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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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