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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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