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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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