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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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