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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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