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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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