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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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