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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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