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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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