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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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