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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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