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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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