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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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