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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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