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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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