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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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