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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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