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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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