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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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