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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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