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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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