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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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