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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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