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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses