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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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