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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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