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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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