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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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