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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning enable humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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