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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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