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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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