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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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