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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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