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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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