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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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