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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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