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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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