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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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