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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the major 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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