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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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