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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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