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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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