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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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