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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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