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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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