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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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