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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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