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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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