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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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