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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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