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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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