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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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