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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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