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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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