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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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