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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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