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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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