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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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