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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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