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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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