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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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