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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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