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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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