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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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