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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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