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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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