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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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