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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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