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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not 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 fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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