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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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