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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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