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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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