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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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