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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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