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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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