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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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