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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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