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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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