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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses 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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