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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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