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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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