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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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