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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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