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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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