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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire 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 topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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