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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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