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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key 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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