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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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