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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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