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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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