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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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