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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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