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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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