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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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