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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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