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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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