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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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