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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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