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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online education technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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