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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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