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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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