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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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