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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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