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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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