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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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