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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning are enabling students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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