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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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