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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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