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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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