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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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