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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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