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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online education make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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