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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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