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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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