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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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