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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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