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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology have empowered students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also describes 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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