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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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