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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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