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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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