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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education