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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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