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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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