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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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