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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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