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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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