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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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