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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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