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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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