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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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