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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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