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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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