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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology enable people all over the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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