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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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