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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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