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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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