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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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