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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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