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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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