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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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