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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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