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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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