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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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