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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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