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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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