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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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