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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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