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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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