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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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