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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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