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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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