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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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