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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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