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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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