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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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