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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning enable students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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