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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses 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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