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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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