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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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