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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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