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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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