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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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