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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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