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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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