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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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