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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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