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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in elearning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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