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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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