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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key 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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