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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in electronic education technology enable people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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