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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World 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 MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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