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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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