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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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