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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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