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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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