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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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