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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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