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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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