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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education have empowered people all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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