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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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