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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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