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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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