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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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