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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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