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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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