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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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