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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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