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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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