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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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