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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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