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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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