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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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