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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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