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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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