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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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