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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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