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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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