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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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