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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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