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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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