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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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