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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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