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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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