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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning have enabled humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also talks about 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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