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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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