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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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