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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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