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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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