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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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