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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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