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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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