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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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