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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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