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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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