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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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