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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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